Voices of Color [Paperback]

Yolanda Alaniz (Editor), Nellie Wong (Editor)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0932323057 | ISBN-13: 978-0932323057 | Publication Date: January 1, 1999 | Edition: 1st

Prose. Ethnic Studies. Politics. This inclusive, passionate collection of essays is a compilation of 14 years of writings on a rich array of subjects by activists of color in the Freedom Socialist Party and Radical Women. Included are articles on bilingualism, sports, racism, and other important issues. Each article provides a measure of historical insight, analysis, and motivation that critically questions the multitude of issues affecting us all in a racist, for-profit society-Carla Trujillo. The result is a book that stimulates the kind of thought and discussion which form the basis for commitment and action-Hattie Gossett. Includes photos and drawings.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Voices of Color is vivid and inspiring. It is a thought-provoking anthology by activists of many races who accurately portray the ongoing struggle for civil rights and human liberation.

The lives, lessons and dialogue in this book powerfully connect the reader with the beauty, despair, confrontations and victories that fill the lives of workers of color and community organizers. In every story, the authors offer concrete, critical analyses and make a bold case for social and political change and revolutionary inclusiveness. I defy you to read this book and NOT be proud of our struggles. -- Lesbian Resource Center News, February 1999

From the Back Cover

"Each article provides a measure of historical insight, analysis, and motivation that critically questions the multitude of issues affecting us all in a racist, for-profit society." CARLA TRUJILLO, editor of Chicana Lesbians: The Girls Our Mothers Warned Us About and Living Chicana Theory

"Stimulates the kind of thought and discussion which form the basis for commitment and action. A good tool for study groups and discussion groups." HATTIE GOSSETT, educator, jazz performance poet, author of Presenting Sister No Blues

Voices of Color writers give ample responses to teach that Truth and History will pave the way to liberation and justice." YURI KOCHIYAMA, human rights activist

"This book is a good read. It has voices we seldom hear. My people, write on!" BLACKBERRI, black gay singer/songwriter/activist

"I urge everyone to read it--each article is a pearl of historical information. We need to be continually reminded that the war to overcome racism, sexism, classism has not disappeared. Protection from predation for all is our common struggle. Our elders tell us that women can and must save the world. This book will be a useful text for recruiting women of all colors." JANET McCLOUD, Sapa Dawn Center, pioneering activist for Native women and fishing rights, Tulalip Tribe

"This anthology by radical writers is refreshing to read in an era that denies exploitation. Highly recommended to the Chicano and Latino audience. Our voice is loud and clear." RODOLFO ACUNA, Professor of Chicana/o Studies, California State University at Northridge

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Product Details

• Paperback: 157 pages
• Publisher: Red Letter Press; 1st edition (January 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0932323057
• ISBN-13: 978-0932323057
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.4 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,818,071 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3.0 out of 5 stars a good resource, March 30, 2001

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This review is from: Voices of Color (Paperback)

This anthology of numerous race-related essays is pretty good. As a Chinese American, I found many stories and situations to which I could relate. Voices of Color is a good place to find inspiration for writing one's own personal essay regarding racial issues. I think it would also be an engaging read for anyone who is at all interested in the growing ethnic diversity of America's population. I have to admit, however, that the stories can get somewhat monotonous. It seems that most of the authors whose essays are in Voices of Color experience similar oppression and have similar opinions on everything. Voices of Color is just one of many places one can find race-related narratives. I wouldn't recommend purchasing more than one of these types.